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15 Best Things To Do in Gran Canaria

The tours and day trips worth booking.

The 15 top-rated things to do in Gran Canaria — the boat trips, beach days, volcano hikes and old-town wanders worth building a day around, with real prices and who to book each one with.

15 Best Things To Do in Gran Canaria

Gran Canaria: Catamaran Dolphin Watch Cruise with Snorkeling - From your hotel to Puerto Base: the easy start (and why pickup matters)
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Gran Canaria: Catamaran Dolphin Watch Cruise with Snorkeling

Maspalomas: Guided Camel Ride in the Maspalomas Sand Dunes - Finding the camel station from Charca Maspalomas (and not getting lost)
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Maspalomas: Guided Camel Ride in the Maspalomas Sand Dunes

4.Maspalomas: Guided Camel Ride in the Maspalomas Sand Dunes

30-minute camel ride through Maspalomas sand dunes on a comfy 2-seater saddle with Sahawari guides. Insurance included from $21.

4.4

“Words cannot describe the feeling! A really lifetime experience, the only opportunity to feel like in Africa while in Europe. Very well organized, spacious and shady waiting point, very good care and kind to the animals. Safe get-on and get-off procedures even for small children. Wonderful landscape to enjoy, right amount of time for the…”

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Guided tour of the Banana World - The Guided Banana Farm Walk: what you learn (and how to ask better questions)
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Guided tour of the Banana World

5.Guided tour of the Banana World

Visit Banana World in Gran Canaria for a guided banana-farm tour in an 1804 restored house, with tastings and banana-based products.

5.0

“Mentioned meeting point on the ticket was wrong hence we came late because we had to search the group. You get very interesting facts about cultivation of bananas however some historical facts about cultivation on Canarian Islands would be great. However there was room for questions and tasting but tasting samples of not common banana…”

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Gran Canaria: Banana World Guided Tour & Tasting - Museo del Platano start: snacks, safety briefing, and quick orientation
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Gran Canaria: Banana World Guided Tour & Tasting

6.Gran Canaria: Banana World Guided Tour & Tasting

Guided banana farm tour at Hacienda La ReKompensa with views, 13 banana types, and tastings of jams, wines, and more in 40 minutes.

4.8

“Amazing tour. Our guide, Daniela, told us all the interesting facts about bananas and the plantation on the farm. Plenty of interaction and time for questions. The tasting of different products (food & drink) was great! The small museum and gift shop are also really nice with local and ethical products. Highly recommend the guided…”

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From Puerto Rico de Gran Canaria: Dolphin Watching Cruise - Getting to Puerto Base: Transfers From the Southern Coast
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From Puerto Rico de Gran Canaria: Dolphin Watching Cruise

Gran Canaria: Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruise - Where You Meet the Boat in Puerto Rico (and Why Timing Matters)
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Gran Canaria: Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruise

8.Gran Canaria: Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruise

2.5-hour dolphin and whale cruise from Puerto Rico, Gran Canaria. Close sightings, live guide, photo stops, and an on-board bar.

4.3

“Over all, this was a very good experience. Boats can be a bit crowded but this one was OK. We saw flying fish and a fin whale (aka a common rorqual), the second longest whale after the blue whale. I would recommend the company then, as staff were helpful and courteous, and it was good…”

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From Mogán/Maspalomas/Arguineguín: Gran Canaria Day Tour - Pickup From Mogán/Maspalomas and Around: Where the Day Starts
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From Mogán/Maspalomas/Arguineguín: Gran Canaria Day Tour

10.From Mogán/Maspalomas/Arguineguín: Gran Canaria Day Tour

A full 8-hour guided bus tour across Gran Canaria’s north, with free time in Arucas and Firgas, canyon panoramas, Tejeda views, and aloe.

4.2

“It was excellent! The Guide was very informative & good natured! It was a great insight to the everyday lives of the community! A great way to see the Island for our first visit!”

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El Salobre: Horse Riding Adventure with Transfer Options - Enter the stables: gear up, meet your horse, and get oriented
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El Salobre: Horse Riding Adventure with Transfer Options

11.El Salobre: Horse Riding Adventure with Transfer Options

Ride gentle horses through Gran Canaria’s volcanic hills for 1–2 hours, with optional hotel transfers and big views of Maspalomas dunes.

4.5

“Did the 2 hour horse riding with transfer. So easy route book. Transfer came on time for my group. Got to the stables, everyone was friendly, gave us all the information and safety procedures before we left. Had an amazing ride, was my groups first time, we felt safe and comfortable, the views were amazing.…”

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Maspalomas: Palmitos Park Ticket with Dolphin and Bird Shows - Your 1-Day Ticket: What’s Included (and What Isn’t)
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Maspalomas: Palmitos Park Ticket with Dolphin and Bird Shows

Maspalomas: Aqualand Maspalomas Water Park Entry Ticket - Tickets and timing: how to enter and use your day best
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Maspalomas: Aqualand Maspalomas Water Park Entry Ticket

13.Maspalomas: Aqualand Maspalomas Water Park Entry Ticket

Thrilling, family-friendly water park in Maspalomas with 40+ slides, a kid zone, and optional sea lion encounters. Practical tips included.

4.2

“Excellent park, well kept and friendly staff. I recommend going during the week compared to a wkend as it won't be as busy with locals and tourists at the same time.. Also recommended paying extra for fast pass. Hardly any wait for the best slides as most people won't pay it, but it's only €15…”

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Agüimes: Cocodrilo Park Zoo Entry Ticket - Getting there and timing: plan for a smart half-day
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Agüimes: Cocodrilo Park Zoo Entry Ticket

14.Agüimes: Cocodrilo Park Zoo Entry Ticket

Cocodrilo Park Zoo in Agüimes, Gran Canaria. $11 entry to see rescued animals, Europe’s biggest alligator exhibit, and feeding shows.

4.6

“It was a bit far out and we went on a Sunday so taxi service was limited. A transport bus would be a good option but the park itself was great value for money”

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South Gran Canaria: Off-Road Valleys & Villages Jeep Tour - Pickup, Timing, and Getting to the Starting Point Fast
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South Gran Canaria: Off-Road Valleys & Villages Jeep Tour

15.South Gran Canaria: Off-Road Valleys & Villages Jeep Tour

Off-road jeep tour of South Gran Canaria: Roque Noblo views, Lake Chira, Tirajana coffee stop, and the Valley of Thousand Palms.

4.5

“Excellent trip very Knowledgable guide and driver was very competent and safe. Aloe Vera farm stop showed us very insightful info, however the lady with the blue hair explaining the various products while excellent seems to have a problem with men and i was tempted to ask if there was any products that deals with…”

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